Okinawa in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Okinawa (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 20.1°C and lows of 16.5°C, with around 422.1mm of rain across the season (33 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Okinawa covers December, January, February.
Winter in Okinawa month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 20.8°C | 17.4°C | 209.7mm | 13 | 8/10 |
| January | 19.4°C | 15.8°C | 95.8mm | 10 | 10/10 |
| February | 20.1°C | 16.2°C | 116.6mm | 10 | 9/10 |
What to pack for Okinawa in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Okinawa?
Winter in Okinawa rates around 9/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 20.1°C with 422.1mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Okinawa in winter?
Daytime highs average 20.1°C (68.2°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 16.5°C.
What months are winter in Okinawa?
Okinawa is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Okinawa · Okinawa annual climate · Okinawa in spring · Okinawa in summer · Okinawa in autumn
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Winter in Okinawa — what to pack
Travel clothing layers
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.